What is relative deviation in SAP MM-IM - Inventory Management?

SAP Term: relative deviation

• Component: MM-IM

• Component Name: Inventory Management

• Description: The percentage difference between the estimated value determined and the adjusted book value. The relative deviation serves as a criterion for assessing the success of a sample-based physical inventory.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Relative deviation is a feature in SAP Inventory Management (MM-IM) that allows users to set a target value for a material and then compare the actual stock level to the target value. The relative deviation is the difference between the actual stock level and the target value, expressed as a percentage. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use relative deviation, users must first set a target value for the material in question. This can be done in the material master record or in the material requirements planning (MRP) view. Once the target value is set, users can view the relative deviation by going to the Stock Overview screen in MM-IM. The relative deviation will be displayed as a percentage. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to note that relative deviation only works if a target value has been set for the material. If no target value has been set, then the relative deviation will not be displayed. Additionally, users should be aware that relative deviation only takes into account the actual stock level and does not take into account any pending orders or reservations. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on relative deviation and other features of SAP Inventory Management, please refer to SAP Help documentation or contact your local SAP support team.